Turku Castle is located near the port of Turku and the ferry terminals. The address is Linnankatu 80, FI-20100 Turku.

Notice! A section of the road near Turku Castle will be closed due to construction. All traffic will be diverted to a detour route until summer 2026. The closure affects all vehicles and road users. Temporary traffic arrangements in the port

By bicycle or walking

Walking along the Aura River, the distance from the market square is about three kilometres. If you’re arriving by bike, feel free to park it at the bike racks located in front of the castle. A Fölläri city bicycle station is located right in front of the castle.

By bus

Buses running between the ferry terminals and the market square pass by the castle. The stop is located in front of Turku Castle. Find out more about schedules and routes on the region traffic’s journey planner.

By car

Arriving by car? There are parking spaces along the streets near the castle. Most spaces have time restrictions, so remember to use a parking disc. Some spaces on Satamakatu street are reserved exclusively for camper vans.

For a larger parking option, Harppuunaparkki is located at the corner of Linnankatu and Vallihaudankatu (adr. Vallihaudankatu 1). It offers 200 spaces and accepts payment by coins, major credit cards and parking apps.

Accessibility

Accessible access to Turku Castle during renovation of the streets around the harbour

Accessible access to the castle has been arranged for cars via Nuottasaarenkatu to Satamakatu, from where a gravel road turns just before the construction site up to the western gate, which is on the side of the castle that faces the harbour. There is a sign at the beginning of the gravel road with the text ”Huolto- ja pelastusliikenne” (Maintenance and rescue traffic). There are two accessible parking spaces next to the western gate.

If your car is parked in parking spaces close to Turku Castle, the trail to the accessible entrance to western tower passes through Linnanpuisto park. It should be noted that there is a fairly steep climb by the castle, which may be difficult, for example, when moving by wheelchair.

There is an invitation bell to the ticket office at the end of the ramp in the courtyard of the main castle. The staff will direct you to the elevator.

Turku Castle was originally built in the Middle Ages as a defensive fortress, and its historical architecture is still evident in its structure today. The courtyard is paved with uneven natural stones, the stairs are steep, and doorways can be narrow. The interior is often dimly lit, with a maze-like layout and numerous level changes. Unfortunately, not all areas are wheelchair accessible due to these level differences. However, we are continually working to improve accessibility.

The accessible route leads through the lower level of the West Tower to the inner courtyard, where the paving has been levelled for easier movement. A ramp provides access to a lift that takes visitors to the Great Hall on the 2nd floor and the Castle Church on the 3rd floor. From the church, you can also access the sacristy.